Throat hurts and i'm pregnant what should i do?

Pregnant-sorethroat: You may be at the start of an infections. If the sorethroat does not go away today then call to report this to your doctor. Meanwhile gargle with warm water with 1/4 teaspoon of salt per 3 ounces of water and repeat 4 times per day. Take your temperature and record all your symptoms so you can give your doctor helpful information so he can better help you.

Sore throat: For significant sore throat with swollen tonsils / lymph nodes – see physician & get a strep throat test/ culture. If you have Strep Throat, antibiotic therapy is imperative to prevent future complications. Consider Tylenol. Saltwater gargles: Mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day. Can gargle with Aloe Vera juice twice a day.